Gotta agree with Smacked on this one. If there are aspects of AA you find helpful, use them. If there are other, more "science based" theories that help you, use them too. My "recovery program" takes from a whole variety of sources. It works for me. AA works for many people, others, not so much, but it is up to you to find what works for you. "Take what you want and leave the rest behind". Take care.
I predict this thread will be locked in under 24 hrs!!!! Sorry, had to say it!!!